When you’re creating something, be it a website, product, or even a business plan, the temptation to add all the bells and whistles can be pretty strong. You might think, “The more features, the better, right?” Well, not always. By keeping things simple and easy to...
Oh, what a tangled web we weave! But we’re not talking about deception today, we’re diving into the intricacies of web design. It’s a tall order, but with our help, you should have a grasp on design principles and what goes into designing a website. The Importance of...
In a world where coding skills are multiplying by the minute, it's crucial to have a few aces up your sleeve to stand out from the crowd.Here’s how you can do just that. Find Your Unique Value Proposition Web developers, like most professionals, bring a unique set of...
An art director has the same responsibilities as a senior designer plus the added challenge of communicating with clients and giving presentations. It’s not as straightforward as graphic design (complex as graphic design may be)! So how can you set yourself apart as...
In the late 1880s, in a quaint town called Aspen Hollow, two teens, Effie and Sam, shared dreams as vast and sparkling as the celestial winter sky above. Effie had a flair for creating enchanting designs, each stroke of artistic passion as limitless as the...
At Matcha Design, we’ve come a long way from where we once stood. I started my graphic design career as a mail boy in the 1980s at a design firm in Hong Kong. I had no training and no experience - but what I did have was a deep passion for design and an unquenchable...
If you’ve ever gone to an art gallery and gone up to some of the best-known paintings, you’ve probably noticed the high level of detail that goes into them. In fact, many paintings are equally enjoyable from far away and up close. The mark of a great artist is how...
Spending all day on the computer (whether from a home office or a corporate one) has benefits and drawbacks. One of the drawbacks is known as the “research rabbit hole” - a phenomenon that happens when you spend inordinate amounts of time researching a topic/idea. One...
What does it take to become a successful designer? To be trusted with all types of design projects and juggle them well? Becoming a successful designer is no small feat, and there are several attributes great designers have in common. 1. The Spark of Creativity The...
Imagine you’re at a dance performance. Multiple elements come together - music, lighting, dance - to create something magical and memorable. The dancers are synchronized, working together seamlessly. Nothing distracts from the main focus of the piece. In the same way,...
Branding refers to the techniques a company follows to create a unique identity for the business itself. Branding can involve the company’s public image, the company website, the products/services the business offers, or the customer experience the staff provides. A...
Here is the thing, if you work in the design industry for a while, you often hear the request “just make me a simple design. Nothing fancy.” Of course, quality design can be simple to the eye. Professional designers know how to leverage negative space, and ensure the...